The Moral Economy of Inflation or Why Trump Won

E. P. Thompson's "The Moral Economy of the English Crowd" examines the social and economic norms that shaped popular resistance to economic hardship in 18th-century England. Thompson challenges traditional economic interpretations of bread riots and other forms of protest, highlighting the role of customary rights and moral obligations in shaping popular perceptions of justice and fairness. The book explores the concept of a "moral economy," where social norms and expectations influence economic behavior and interactions. Thompson's work has had a lasting impact on historical and social science scholarship, influencing studies of social movements, popular protest, and the relationship between economics and morality. It remains a seminal text in understanding the complexities of economic inequality and social justice.